PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern - Planning & Controls (Reinforcement Learning) Job at Skydio (Zurich)

PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern - Planning & Controls (Reinforcement Learning)

Skydio builds the world’s most advanced autonomous drones used across inspection...

Location

Switzerland , Zurich

Salary:

50.00 EUR / Hour

Skydio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD student in Robotics, Machine Learning, Controls, or related field
Strong fundamentals in RL, control theory, and motion planning
comfort with safety/robustness concepts
Proficient in Python (PyTorch/JAX/Ray RLlib) and at least one of C++ or CUDA
Hands-on experience with robotics simulation (Isaac Lab/MuJoCo/PyBullet) and sim2real techniques
Experience training/deploying policies for navigation, manipulation, or locomotion on real robots or autonomous vehicles

Job Responsibility

Develop and deploy reinforcement learning (and adjacent policy-learning methods) that make Skydio aircraft plan, navigate, and control themselves more intelligently—safely, reliably, and efficiently—across our ecosystem: handheld apps, ground control, cloud autonomy services, and fleet workflows
Navigation & avoidance in the wild: Train policies that adapt online to cluttered 3D scenes (forests, bridges, urban canyons), complementing our geometric stack for robust obstacle avoidance and dynamic goal-seeking
RL-augmented planning: Fuse learned cost shaping / value functions with trajectory optimization for smooth, agile flight with tight safety envelopes and mission constraints
Sim → Real at scale: Build scalable datasets and training loops with Isaac Lab, domain randomization, residual learning, and safety filters
validate on real drones weekly
Human-in-the-loop shared control: Learn assistive policies that blend pilot intent, autonomy priors, and uncertainty-aware behaviors for intuitive control handoffs
Fleet & multi-agent: Explore decentralized coordination for coverage, pursuit, and collaborative mapping with minimal comms

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in the tree/line clearance industry is necessary
3 to 5 years’ verifiable line clearance experience or related tree work experience
CDL License is a plus
Previous Foreman experience required
Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary
Herbicide or ISA licenses are a plus

Job Responsibility

Assure that the work is completed in the most productive and efficient manner
Maintains work site safety for all persons and property throughout the assigned area(s)
Provides supervision and oversight of vegetation management crew activity
Assures that the utility customer needs are met within the scope of work
Supports the needs of employees

What we offer

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Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Travel Pay Reimbursement
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Retirement Plan
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Expiration Date

July 31, 2027

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
10+ years of experience in Oil and Gas industry
5+ years of experience in application portfolio management or related role
Strong knowledge of license optimization tools and license management
Strong experience in petroleum & Corporate applications governance and performance management
Excellent leadership & communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Intermediate skills in planning and coordination
Knowledge of IT governance and best practices related to application management
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibility

Develops and maintains an understanding of the company's business processes and systems, and identifies opportunities to improve and optimize them
Manages the Petroleum & Corporate applications portfolio, including assessing the adoption of applications, and identifying opportunities for optimization and consolidation
Custodian of the Petroleum & Corporate Solutions application portfolio
Leads License Managers to drive portfolio optimization
Supports, optimizes and manages the Petroleum & Corporate application portfolio
Keeps the Petroleum & Corporate applications portfolio/CMDB up to date, by conducting regular reviews of the applications portfolio
Collaborate with the Petroleum & Corporate Solutions Leads (business partners) in defining and maintaining the applications portfolio strategy and roadmap
Monitors industry trends and best practices related to application portfolio management, and applies them to improve the company's application management practices
Runs regular license usage reviews, and provides recommendations of optimization opportunities
Tracks license (and contracts) expiry dates on a regular basis

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Expiration Date

February 22, 2026

Requirements

Experience in a senior guest service role (eg. Front Office Manager/Supervisor, F&B Manager/Supervisor, M&E Manager/Supervisor, or Duty Manager)
Strong understanding of hotel guest service KPIs including guest satisfaction, loyalty recognition, lead generation, beverage GP and problem handling
Strong leadership and communication skills. You inspire and motivate, but aren’t afraid of tough conversations when needed
Keen to grow beyond your current area of expertise and develop skills across all areas of hotel operations

Job Responsibility

Lead, coach, and inspire a multiskilled Guest Service team across Front Office, Food & Beverage, and Meetings & Events
Drive service excellence across every guest interaction, from check in to dining
Handle guest feedback and resolve issues quickly, turning challenges into positive outcomes
Ensure compliance with safety, security, and operational standards across the hotel
Monitor performance against KPIs, driving sales opportunities while effectively managing costs and resources
Take accountability for a guest service function and KPIs, as set out by the Hotel Manager
Partner with other hotel departments to keep operations running smoothly and deliver seamless guest experiences

What we offer

Discounted hotel stays around the globe, with food and beverage discounts
Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)
Personal and career development
Round the clock access to the Employee Assistance programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice

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Expiration Date

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Job Responsibility

Supervise and coordinate activities associated with the safety, productivity, and quality of the field work processes in the assigned area(s)
Assure that the work is completed in the most productive and efficient manner
Maintains work site safety for all persons and property throughout the assigned area(s)
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Supports the needs of employees

What we offer

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Life Insurance
Travel Pay Reimbursement
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Retirement Plan
401k
Paid Time Off
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Salary:

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Lobellia

Expiration Date

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Requirements

Mechanical Degree
Minimum 5 years in field supervision activity
HSE consciousness
Able to coordinate all related interfaces
Practical sense, autonomous, rigorous
Relationship management (co-ordination) with company Production & Maintenance and teams
Ability to work under pressure and stressing conditions
Fluent in English

Job Responsibility

Be the construction representative on site
To liaise on daily basis with Head of Construction
To oversee the contractor teams and material follow up
To be active in site works preparation: Job Card, MoS, Lifting Plan, permit to work
Supervise site construction activities, meeting quality and safety requirements
Participate to be the elaboration of 5 Weeks Look ahead Planning
Ensure correct reporting Doha office and to Site Manager (daily and weekly reports)
Ensure that RFM Process is followed
Ensure that final documentation is updated to reflect site condition
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PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern - Planning & Controls (Reinforcement Learning)

Skydio

Location:
Switzerland , Zurich

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
January 03, 2026

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